Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

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Become a Full‑Time Speech and Language Teaching Assistant in Leeds, West Yorkshire

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Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career that empowers young minds and transforms lives? Our client, a leading educational institution in Leeds, West Yorkshire, is seeking a talented and dedicated Full‑Time Speech and Language Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team.

This exciting role offers a competitive daily rate of £105, allowing you to build a fulfilling career while making a genuine impact on the lives of the students you'll work with. As a Speech and Language Teaching Assistant, you'll be at the forefront of supporting children and young adults in developing their communication skills, fostering their confidence, and unlocking their full potential.

Imagine the joy of witnessing a student's face light up as they master a new technique or break through a language barrier. This is the reality you'll experience day in and day out, as you work closely with our client's experienced speech and language therapists to deliver tailored, engaging lessons and interventions.

Your role will involve providing individualised support to students with a wide range of communication needs, from speech sound disorders and language delays to social communication challenges and autism spectrum conditions. You'll collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to create a nurturing, inclusive environment where every student can thrive.

Whether you're a recent graduate passionate about special educational needs (SEND) or an experienced teaching assistant looking to specialise in speech and language, this position offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and personal fulfilment.

Leeds, West Yorkshire, with its vibrant culture, rich history, and abundant green spaces, provides the perfect backdrop for this rewarding role. As a Speech and Language Teaching Assistant, you'll have the chance to work within a supportive, close‑knit community, making a lasting difference in the lives of the students you serve.

• Provide individualised support to students with a wide range of speech, language, and communication needs
• Collaborate with speech and language therapists to deliver targeted, evidence‑based interventions
• Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging, differentiated lessons and activities
• Monitor student progress and contribute to the evaluation of their communication development
• Develop positive, supportive relationships with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Attend regular training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills

• Experience working with children or young adults, preferably in a SEND setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students and their families
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities
• A keen interest in speech, language, and communication development
• A recognised teaching assistant qualification or willingness to work towards one
• Flexibility, creativity, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people

• Competitive daily rate of £105
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Chance to work within a vibrant, diverse community in Leeds, West Yorkshire
• The satisfaction of making a tangible impact on the lives of students

This job is being advertised on Senploy – the UK's favourite education and SEND job board. If you're ready to embark on an extraordinary journey and become a Speech and Language Teaching Assistant in Leeds, West Yorkshire, we encourage you to submit your CV today.